In recognition of the role of social
media in governance, Governor
Aminu Tambuwal has approved the
creation of social media unit to be
domiciled in the governor’s office.
A statement by the Governor’s
spokesperson, Imam Imam, said the
new Unit, which is expected to
operate closely with the office of the
SA on Media and Public Affairs, will
enjoy the same privileges as the
media crew attached to Government
House.
The Unit will coordinate the
activities of all pro-government
online groups, and will interact, on
behalf of the government, with
interested persons and groups
seeking information about
government’s policies and
programmes.
While urging those to supervise the
running of the unit to be dedicated
in the discharge of their
responsibilities, the Governor said
his administration will widen the
avenue of interaction with special
groups, especially the youths.
He said adequate training will be
organised for the youth to equip
them with the latest knowledge in
online information management.
“By the creation of this Unit, we
hope to engage our youth and also
get their inputs in the running of
the government.
“Our youth played critical roles
during the campaigns to mobilise
our people for the task ahead. We
want them to do more by offering
quality suggestions on their vision
for Sokoto State,” the statement
added.